Application Administrator - with a focus on Microsoft 365, 50% to 100% (24-2-003)

About Solenix and our qualities

Solenix is a privately owned and international company providing engineering and consulting services in the space market, with branches in Germany, Switzerland, and Italy.

We are known for high-quality services, user-oriented solutions, reliable partnerships and constructive collaboration. Our customers include space agencies such as ESA, EUMETSAT and DLR, as well as large private sector companies.

Solenix is specialized in distributed systems and client applications and applies modern technologies with a focus on high-performing, robust and light solutions.

 

Why should you apply?

  • Solenix is a group of motivated, dynamic and creative people who enjoy high-quality work, as well as a relaxed and flexible work atmosphere.
  • You can expect a friendly working environment, exciting and challenging projects and varied team events.
  • Solenix focuses on solution-oriented and innovative approaches.
  • You can look forward to benefits like: hybrid-work concepts, training opportunities, unique community spirit, company events, social clubs, retirement, and health insurance plans.

 

Job Description

We are looking for an Application Administrator to join our IT Team in Darmstadt, Germany. This position has a strong focus on Microsoft 365, but also includes general application operations, client aspects and user support. We are looking for somebody part-time or full-time with prior professional experience in the field.

The Application Administrator helps translate our business strategies into Microsoft solutions that best meet our business needs. This involves implementing, monitoring and maintaining our Microsoft 365 tenant including Entra, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams and 365 Office applications.

This role defines what is needed to be done to implement a Microsoft 365 tenant, using written and verbal communication skills to scope, assemble, and propose solutions. This is a hands-on role that can manage, facilitate, and coordinate execution of proposed solutions into fruition.

The Application Administrator role also includes the maintenance and configuration of our non-Microsoft 365 applications primarily running in a Docker environment. It includes the maintenance and configuration of the associated client devices and providing first line user support to our staff, taking ownership of issues and using sound judgement to resolve them within service levels.

 

Required Skills and Experience

  • Degree in Computer Sciences or Information Technology, or equivalent in professional experience
  • Pro-active attitude with initiative and interest in challenging solutions
  • Good communication skills in an international environment
  • Fluency in English, both spoken and written particularly in technical documentation
  • Knowledge and practical experience in the following technologies is required:
    • Microsoft 365 tenant design and deployment (groups, SSO)
    • Microsoft 365 services (Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint)
    • Microsoft 365 user administration (Entra)

Desirable Skills and Experience

  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE or similar)
  • Microsoft server administration including security hardening
  • ERP administration, preferably Odoo
  • Gitlab administration
  • Docker and Kubernetes
  • Linux server administration, preferably Debian
  • Virtual machine administration, preferably with Proxmox
  • ISO 27001 practices

 

Work Location: Darmstadt, Germany

We follow a hybrid scheme, which means you will work at the Darmstadt office and from home.

Start Date: as soon as possible

Application Deadline: 31 October 2024

 

Grow with us and become part of Solenix. We look forward to welcoming you. Make the change and apply now!

Important Notes

Before applying to this position, please read the page How to Apply.
Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit for the above-mentioned work location.
Security, identity and reference checks on the candidates are part of the recruitment process.

Job Application

Please send your applications electronically to career@solenix.ch before the application deadline 31 October 2024.